Description
Follow London's newest and greatest detective, Enola Holmes, in her third captivating adventure - from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown.
Read them all before the next film lands!
Enola Holmes is still on the run from her brother and world's most famous detective Sherlock Holmes. After one close encounter too many with him, Enola must abandon her disguise and find a new way to avoid discovery.
But when Sherlock's right-hand man, Dr Watson, goes missing without a trace, Enola is unable to resist investigating. Especially when she learns that a bizarre bouquet - with flowers that all symbolise death - has been delivered to the Watson residence.
It's a race against time to find Dr Watson before it's too late. Enola Holmes returns in this exciting third mystery.
'A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart . . . the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way.' - MILLIE BOBBY BROWN
Follow London's newest detective, Enola Holmes, in her third captivating adventure - from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown.
About the Author
Nancy Springer has written more than fifty books for adults, young adults and children, in genres including mythic fantasy, contemporary fiction, magic realism, horror and mystery. She has sold over 2 million copies worldwide and has won many awards, including two Edgar Awards for Best Mystery for YA novels Toughing It (Harcourt Brace, 1994) and Looking for Jamie Bridger (Dial, 1995) and the Tiptree Award for Larque on the Wing (William Morrow, 1994). Her short story 'The Boy Who Plaited Manes' was nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Short Story, Nebula Award for Best Short Story, the World Fantasy Best Short Story and the Locus Award for Best Short Story. Springer's books have been translated into many languages. Springer lives in Florida with her husband.
Reviews
An intelligent, rational, resourceful and brave protagonist. * Publisher's Weekly *
Just the right mix of nascent nineteenth-century feminist and awkward teen. * Booklist *
Exciting and adventurous! * Millie Bobby Brown *
A first-rate girl detective series and one that should not be missed by middle school readers who like their plots tightly wound and clues smartly dropped. * Bookslut *
Enola is clever, intelligent, indomitable and plucky, a young feminist "in disguise" in Victorian London, always on the lookout for her two famous older brothers...With precise characterization, fast pacing and keen observation, readers will be eager to learn what Enola will encounter next. * Kirkus *
Springer's descriptions of late-19th-century England are vivid, the mystery is intriguing, and Enola's cleverness and capability will appeal to readers who like their heroines both sprightly and savvy. Move over, Sherlock. * School Library Journal *
Book Information
ISBN 9781471410789
Author Nancy Springer
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Hot Key Books
Publisher Hot Key Books
Weight(grams) 123g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 9mm